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Old 03-06-2019, 07:31 PM   #36
Long & Winding road
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Brand: Thor Motor Coach
Model: 2017 Axis 25.4
State: Arkansas
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Thinking abt going with this flex panel -200 watts
Measures 42” x 31”
Has good reviews

200 watt flex panel - $189

Then pair it with a $79 30amp MPPT charge controller

So...200 watts + MPPT for under $270
Yeah I was thinking about flexable panels as well.... but the majorty of panel problems (from my research) was with the flexable ones. They just dont hold up very well over time.

Most had problems within a year or two and from my research ....dont expect more than 5 years life out of them.

Whereas the rigid have a 25+ year life and less problems in the first 5 years. Also it Looks like the name brands have better reviews (but cost a little more).

But that link you show looks like an excellent value and good reviews.....

It sure would be nice to just tape down the panels and move on. I been struggling with this decision for months now.....I guess I just need to pull the trigger on something and not look back?
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